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China Grants Rare Earth Export Permits After US Trade Talks, Offers Relief but Uncertainty Persists
- After trade negotiations in London in June 2025, China granted export permits for rare earth elements, easing some supply tensions.
- This occurred amid increased trade friction between the U.S. and China starting in April, when China implemented new licensing requirements restricting the shipment of seven critical rare earth elements as tariffs escalated.
- China’s commerce ministry emphasized reviewing compliant export applications while considering global civilian needs during the licensing process.
- China supplies nearly 90% of rare earths crucial for technology and defense, and experts say alternative sources will take years to develop.
- Though the permits provide temporary relief, U.S. companies remain dependent on China, and supply risks persist amid ongoing trade uncertainties.
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China grants rare earth export permits after U.S. trade talks, offers relief but uncertainty persists | The Asahi Shimbun Asia & Japan Watch
OMAHA, Neb.--The high-level negotiations over China’s export controls of rare earths is giving U.S. businesses some relief, even though it may be only for now.
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China grants rare earth export permits after US trade talks, offers relief but uncertainty persists
China has approved “a certain number” of export permits for rare earth elements and related items, its commerce ministry spokesman said on Thursday.
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